Act as single on-site, point of contact, and liaison between internal project team, client and third-party installation team. This position is responsible for all aspects of the installation of Knoll systems furniture, case goods, and ancillary furniture from the beginning of installation to final client walk-through. The Project Manager plans, coordinates and oversees all tasks related to the installation, and manages installers performance, quality, schedule, labor quoting/budget, and customer satisfaction.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

Verifies site conditions including but not limited to: field measuring, inventory of existing product, paths of travel etc.

Monitor shipping, delivery and installation schedules based on construction completion and move-in dates

Requests labor quotes from third part installation companies

Creates installation schedules using Microsoft Project

Locates power and data in the field as needed

Resolves product/installation issues in a timely manner

Monitors progress of entire installation from beginning to end

Communicates daily with internal project team, lead installers, and clients

Manages and tacks change orders relative to labor/project scope

Coordinates and works with general contractors and sub-contractors to maintain installation schedule

Attends construction meetings when required

Tracks billable PM time

Assists in the curation of Standards Binders when requested by team

Coaches and mentors less experienced PM’s when needed

Assists Team Lead in departmental training initiatives

Other duties assigned by Team Lead

Some travel outside of California may be required

QUALIFICATIONS:

BS or BA from a four-year college or university, or equivalent combination of education and experience

Eight years of experience in furniture project management, or in an equivalent industry, i.e. construction management

Proficient in learning business operating systems

Experience using MS Project and PlanGrid is ideal

time management/prioritization skills (must be able to execute multiple projects, simultaneously)

Excellent written + verbal communication skills

Encompass the spirit of teamwork + collaboration

Have a passion for furniture

Available to work evenings and weekends

Driven, problem solver is a plus

Must have a valid California driver’s license

Must have access to a reliable vehicle or transportation

Job ID: 2906

Job & Company Detail

Company Industry

Architect Industry

Company Size

1 - 9 Employees

Language

English

Job Category

Contract Furniture Industry

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